Atty. John Leonard Reed

Atty. John Leonard Reed

John Leonard Reed is a lawyer practicing business, class action, limited liability company (llc) and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Villanova University, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Wilmington Wilmington 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About John Leonard Reed at a glance

John Leonard Reed is a Partner based in Wilmington, Delaware, practicing at DLA Piper LLP (US). They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, class action, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1983), Delaware (1991), and Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. Distri (1993). Educated at Widener University School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Villanova University B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of The Federalist Society. Serands clients in Wilmington, DE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Leonard Reed is a lawyer practicing business, class action, limited liability company (llc) and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Villanova University, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • John practices at DLA Piper LLP (US) in Wilmington, DE

Practice Areas Explained

John Leonard Reed's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Leonard Reed handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

John Leonard Reed is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Delaware →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Delaware

Practicing law in Delaware. Legal matters in Delaware are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Wilmington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Delaware state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Delaware brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Delaware courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Leonard Reed

Where is John Leonard Reed's law office located?
John Leonard Reed's law practice is located in Wilmington, Delaware. The firm is DLA Piper LLP (US). You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Leonard Reed handle?
John Leonard Reed focuses on business, class action, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Delaware.
How long has John Leonard Reed practiced law?
John Leonard Reed has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did John Leonard Reed go to law school?
John Leonard Reed earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (—).
How can I contact John Leonard Reed for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Leonard Reed received?
John Leonard Reed's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Widener University School of Law
- 1991
Villanova University B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1983
Delaware
Admitted: 1991
Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. Distri
Admitted: 1993

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